How Tutors Have Shaped Public Speaking & Critical Thinking

Tutors have been valued from the ancient times for their role in shaping public thought through promoting critical reasoning, public speaking, and logical argumentation through education. We explore the history of public speaking and rhetoric from ancient Greece to its evolution in today's tech/pathos-based society.

Why Nations Fail: Success Only Happens When Everyone Has a Seat at the Table

Education about what your political system and policies are doing is really important. That’s one of the main challenges to being able to be politically active and have a seat at the bargaining table of how we’re going to run society: knowing what’s actually happening with laws being passed and measures you do have a voice in stopping or passing. What we don't have today will be forever fighting for unless we’re working toward changing the policies that are in place.

How To Write a College Application Essay or Personal Statement That Stands Above the Rest

With thousands of students applying for college, how do you write a poignant, unique college application essay that stands out from the rest and still tells an authentic story about you? Here, Jake offers some tips on how to start mapping out a successful personal statement for your college applications - but that’s not all. He and Hilary Bilbrey are combining their expertise to bring you an online workshop this Fall which will help you map out your essay(s) and dig deep into the core values and identity of who you are, for an experience that will transcend just the college application experience.

Why You Should Study History And Tips on Taking the AP European History Exam from an AP Euro History Tutor

We can't understand ourselves and our world without understanding what's happened, both in the recent past, but also in the centuries before us that led to where we are now. Especially now, during a time that can feel very polarizing, history helps us learn from past experience that our neighbors, communities, or countries lived through.

5 Must-Have Back-to-School Apps

5 Must-Have Back-to-School Apps

Going back to school this year looks quite a bit different than previous back-to-school years. Luckily, there are some pretty awesome apps you can download to help you make the most of your pandemic school year, and we’ve got some tips and reviews on the best academic apps for you!

Meet the Team: Lizzie S., Tutoring Student-Turned-Tutor-Herself, Talks About Taking a Gap Year

Former PCH Tutors student and current tutor Lizzie Scott is taking a gap year between high school and college. A future Columbia engineering student, she’s spending this year off exploring her passion for food science, working while traveling, and learning how to surf.

Why Your Official SAT Score is Lower Than Your Practice Test Scores

Why Your Official SAT Score is Lower Than Your Practice Test Scores

You've studied, you've quizzed, you've prepared for your SAT for months. Now you've taken it, but you scored lower than your practice scores. Why? Online learning expert and director of student success at Everydae Marc Feder has some answers and some tips to help you ace your tests without the stress.

Meet the Team: Hannah Rouse

Meet the Team: Hannah Rouse

Hannah Rouse is a Pepperdine student and an exceptional PCH tutor. Learn about her online tutoring experience, adventures studying abroad, and her jam-packed extracurricular activities schedule that focuses on helping her community in diverse ways.

Interview with a Former Student Athlete and Future Law School Graduate: Dane Esse

Interview with a Former Student Athlete and Future Law School Graduate: Dane Esse

Dane Esses was a highly ranked high school and college tennis player. But he needed help balancing academics with athletics, and that’s where a tutor and online learning came to the rescue.

Our 10 Best Tips for College-Bound Students from the Book "18 Things College Students Need to Know" by Renée Bailey

Our 10 Best Tips for College-Bound Students from the Book "18 Things College Students Need to Know" by Renée Bailey

So, you’re looking forward to your first semester of college? No question that you should be. College is a fantastic opportunity. But if you feel a little overwhelmed, don’t worry! It’s to be expected. It’s a transition in your life and change can be intimidating. Reading this book shows that you’re willing to learn, though. The tips that lie within will hopefully help to make your time in class educational and fun while at the same time help you take your first steps toward a successful career and life.